Posted on September 15 2026
Tyler Warren, a multi talented surfer, board builder, artist and craftsman from San Ju...
Stories from the Thalia Surf family in Laguna Beach. Since 2001 we have shared what sparks our inspiration: creative new arrivals and surfboard shaper designs, surf films and art shows, interviews with the riders and makers we love, and the events that bring the shop to life. Scroll through for the latest, or use the tags to dig into a favorite artist, brand, or surfboard.
Posted on September 09 2026
Tyler Warren, a multi talented surfer, board builder, artist and craftsman from San ...
Posted on September 03 2026
Ten minutes south of the shop, Salt Creek serves up the best all around beach break in south Orange County. Here is how to surf it.
Posted on August 03 2026
Aloha from Russ Pope and Thalia Surf! Russ has added a new Hula Girl tee to his Thalia...
Posted on July 22 2026
Two very different Laguna waves side by side: Rockpile, a heavy reef for experienced surfers, and Main Beach, a mellow central-town spot. Here is how to read both.
Posted on June 20 2026
San Onofre, the Waikiki of California, is a mellow, longboard-friendly classic. Here is how to surf San O.
Posted on June 20 2026
A season-by-season wetsuit guide for Laguna Beach and Orange County water temps, so every session stays warm.
Posted on May 13 2026
A simple guide to picking your first surfboard by weight and skill, from the crew at Thalia Surf Shop.
Posted on April 01 2026
Why Doheny in Dana Point is one of Southern California's most beginner-friendly waves, and how to surf it.
Posted on March 16 2026
Where to surf in Laguna Beach, from the best beginner breaks to local etiquette, from the crew at Thalia Surf Shop since 2001.
Posted on March 13 2026
While a fresh south swell had the waves pumping all day here in Laguna Beach, we kept...
Posted on March 09 2026
Wild Life Movie Screening! Thursday March 12th 6-9PM
Music by Pacific Ocean Relics
A...
Posted on March 02 2026
Watch Tyler Warren surf his self-shaped longboard in southern California. Nose rides, ...
Posted on February 23 2026
If you dig deep into the history of Laguna Beach artists, you will find Star Shield...
Posted on February 04 2026
Brooks Street is Laguna's most storied wave, a powerful reef break for experienced surfers. Here is how it works and how to show respect in the lineup.
Posted on January 01 2026
Everything you need to surf Thalia Street Beach in Laguna, the gentle, sandy-bottom wave our shop is named after.
Posted on December 01 2025
Reverie is a state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream. Sam Nassar'...
Posted on September 19 2025
Last night we celebrated the release of Birdwell Beach Britches collaboration with loc...
Posted on August 18 2025
We've just received a fresh batch of Ellis Ericson's latest creations. Hot wired and ha...
Posted on August 11 2025
The friendliest waves to learn on in Orange County, from our home break in Laguna to Doheny and San Onofre, with tips on boards and lessons.
Posted on July 14 2025
Sometimes the most radical thing a citizen can do is go surfing. Earlier this year, Al...